Reseda Green vs Wood Violet
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Reseda Green belongs to the green family and Wood Violet to the grey-purple family. Reseda Green (LRV 26) reflects noticeably more light than Wood Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 44.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Reseda Green vs Wood Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Reseda Green on one side and Wood Violet on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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